According to the Lebanese Ministry of Health, the casualties occurred in the provinces of Nabatije and Sidon, with numerous others injured. The Israeli military had previously announced its intention to conduct operations against the Iran-aligned Hezbollah militia and urged residents in southern Beirut suburbs to evacuate. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Katz stated that Israel aims to establish control over significant areas of southern Lebanon. This information was broadcast on March 25, 2026.